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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Car chase ends in crash near Biola

Police cars surround a red-truck after a high speed pursuit in La Mirada on March 13, 2012. It ended here on Stage near Biola Ave when police forced the suspect to crash into the bushes. | Ashley Jones/THE CHIMES
The intersection of Biola Avenue and Stage Road was closed for an hour Tuesday evening due to a car crash.
Kristina Nishi, Writer March 13, 2012
The intersection of Biola Avenue and Stage Road was closed for an hour Tuesday evening due to a car crash.

Students gather in Sacramento in opposition to proposed Cal Grant cut

In light of Gov. Jerry Brown's proposed Cal Grant cut, Biola students gathered in Sacramento on March 7 with other college students to express disapproval.
Sarah Seman, Writer March 12, 2012
In light of Gov. Jerry Brown's proposed Cal Grant cut, Biola students gathered in Sacramento on March 7 with other college students to express disapproval.

Biola sends students and faculty to lobby against Cal Grant cuts

Students joined together at the Capitol on March 9, 2012 to fight for their Cal Grant funding. The governor's proposed fiscal budget will reduce the amount given to students in private universities which is keeping students in school. | Sarah Seman/THE CHIMES
Biolans and other students from California universities gathered in Sacramento to lobby against proposed Cal Grant reductions.
Sarah Seman, Writer March 9, 2012
Biolans and other students from California universities gathered in Sacramento to lobby against proposed Cal Grant reductions.

Talbot alumnus fights for traditional marriage in Washington

Steve Hetrick argues against same-sex marriage in the state of Washington by using a social argument.
Sarah Seman, Writer March 8, 2012
Steve Hetrick argues against same-sex marriage in the state of Washington by using a social argument.

Middle Eastern churches suffer under Syrian regimes

In the midst of Syrian unrest, churches work to stand strong in the turmoil.
Lena Smith, Writer March 8, 2012
In the midst of Syrian unrest, churches work to stand strong in the turmoil.

Mitt Romney wins six states in Super Tuesday voting

Results of Super Tuesday, the biggest day of voting in Republican primaries.
Jared Dobbs, Writer March 8, 2012
Results of Super Tuesday, the biggest day of voting in Republican primaries.

Pete Menjares accepts presidency position at Fresno Pacific University

Pete Menjares has accepted his appointment as president of Fresno Pacific University. | Job Ang/THE CHIMES
Pete Menjares steps into presidency position at FPU in the summer.
Melanie Morales, Writer March 7, 2012
Pete Menjares steps into presidency position at FPU in the summer.

John Mark Reynolds to become provost at Houston Baptist University

The Torrey Honors Institute will strive to continue functioning after the departure of its founder, Dr. John Mark Reynolds. | Courtesy of Nicole Boyle
John Mark Reynolds, founder and director of the Torrey Honors Institute, resigns.
Kristina Nishi, Writer March 7, 2012
John Mark Reynolds, founder and director of the Torrey Honors Institute, resigns.

La Mirada considers sales tax increase

Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES
To solve the current fiscal crisis, La Mirada may see an increase in sales tax.
Christine Chan, Writer March 6, 2012
To solve the current fiscal crisis, La Mirada may see an increase in sales tax.

Variety of events planned for Grandparent’s Day

Grandparents day is approaching. On March 9, 2012, Biolans and their grandparents will flood campus for a day of games and activities. | Katie Juranek/THE CHIMES
Grandparents are given the chance to experience college life as well as other activities.
Julia Henning, Writer March 6, 2012
Grandparents are given the chance to experience college life as well as other activities.

AS Senate Rundown: March 6, 2012

AS senators heard a one new proposal requesting funds for a photography project passed four.
Christine Chan, Writer March 6, 2012
AS senators heard a one new proposal requesting funds for a photography project passed four.

Bank robber wounded by SWAT team, police rescue hostage

 | Brittany Cervantes/THE CHIMES
A female manager was rescued after being held hostage during a robbery at Saehan Bank on March 1.
Kristina Nishi, Writer March 3, 2012
A female manager was rescued after being held hostage during a robbery at Saehan Bank on March 1.